Bulova World Time Desk Clock

This is a vintage Bulova world time desk or mantel clock housed in a circular brushed aluminum or stainless steel case with a flared pedestal base. The central dial features a striking blue sunburst finish overlaid with a gold-tone world map graphic. It utilizes a 12-hour main timekeeping system with gold-tone dauphine hands and stylized Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6, and 9. Encircling the inner dial is a rotating 24-hour ring and an outer stationary chapter ring listing major global cities (e.g., London, Paris, Tokyo, New York) to facilitate multi-timezone tracking. A 'Date Line' marker is visible at the 6 o’clock position. The construction suggests a mid-to-late 20th-century design, likely the 1970s or 1980s, common for the World Traveler series by Bulova. The condition appears fair to good; while the glass crystal and dial are clear, there is visible surface wear, scratches, and light pitting on the metal bezel and base. The craftsmanship reflects the classic corporate gift or executive desk accessory style of the era, focusing on functional complications and a clean, modernist aesthetic.

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